internet radio driver

[Thufir Hawat]

On Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:53:46 -0500, Ric Moore wrote:

>> > And your Linux desktop would work as a server.
>> >
>> > But I'd still buy a huge set of speakers instead. :-)
>> 
>> Which however don't help if you want to listen to music away from the
>> huge set of speakers, like in another floor. :)
> 
> Have you checked out XBMC media center? It's supposed to be the end-all
> of streaming audio/video applications for the home/web. It's a monster
> of an application. Maybe it will fit your bill. It's in the repo's.
> Also, check http://xbmc.org/ for detailed information. It's a little bit
> CPU intensive, but that's OK for a dedicated standalone server. Ric

I'm still actually searching for something I can leave on for extended 
periods, but otherwise, yes, that's what I'd use :)

(Yes, I'm aware that it's contentious to not leave the PC running 24x7.)

I'm also considering the Sony Dash (just a branded version of the chumby), 
but the speakers definitely leave something to be desired, and the apps 
don't compare to Android.

Kinda leaning towards an Archos Android device, but, unless you shell out 
$300+, crummy speakers :(

-Thufir